Opinion by JUDGE LIPINSKY.
¶ 1 The Colorado speedy trial statute, section 18-1-405(1), C.R.S. 2019, requires that a person accused of a crime be "brought to trial" within six months of his or her not guilty plea. Section 18-1-405(3.5) provides that the six-month period is extended if the defendant fails to appear on the "trial date."
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